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Old May 7, 2013 | 02:34 PM
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Any good metal hood louvers that don't cost a lot? I swear I can cook something on the hood of the jeep.
Old May 7, 2013 | 02:48 PM
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Home depot vent registers? lol
Old May 7, 2013 | 03:04 PM
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Default What axle do i have?

I have a 99 Cherokee sport 2wd with abs, need to know what axle I have for my lift kit? Dana 35? or Chrysler 8.25?
Old May 7, 2013 | 03:07 PM
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Originally Posted by OP_Rover
I have a 99 Cherokee sport 2wd with abs, need to know what axle I have for my lift kit? Dana 35? or Chrysler 8.25?
With ABS there's a 95% chance it's a Dana 35. Post a picture of it to me sure.
Old May 7, 2013 | 03:08 PM
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Normaly we'd need a picture, but ABS was only available with the D35.

Here are some examples of what the differential covers look like.



The covers look sorta similar so here's a D35 beside a C8.25



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Old May 7, 2013 | 03:22 PM
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Originally Posted by salad
Normaly we'd need a picture, but ABS was only available with the D35.

Here are some examples of what the differential covers look like.



The covers look sorta similar so here's a D35 beside a C8.25



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handy i just went and looked at mine (curious) i have the 8.25...it looks pretty grime-y i wonder if anyone has ever checked the inside O.o
Old May 7, 2013 | 03:27 PM
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Originally Posted by ScikoFaery
Oh ok thanks







My apologies for my text spelling sir.


Courtesy of TJWalker:

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The Idle Air Control (IAC) is mounted on the back of the throttle body. (front for 87-90) The valve controls the idle speed of the engine by controlling the amount of air flowing through the air control passage. It consists of a stepper motor that moves a pintle shaped plunger in and out of the air control passage. When the valve plunger is moved in, the air control passage flows more air which raises the idle speed. When the valve plunger is moved out, the air control passage flows less air which lowers the idle speed. Over time and miles, the IAC can get carboned up which can have an adverse affect on idle quality. Cleaning the IAC may restore proper function and is an easy procedure to perform and good preventive maintenance so it is never a bad idea.

CLEANING THE JEEP 4.0 IDLE AIR CONTROL

Remove the air filter cover, associated hoses and the rubber boot that goes from the air filter cover to the throttle body. Remove the IAC with a torx driver (2 bolts; one can be kind of hard to get to)

"Gently" wiggle out the IAC from the throttle body. Gasket on the IAC can be re-used if it is not damaged

Clean the IAC with a spray can of throttle body cleaner; inexpensive and available at any place that sells auto parts. Throttle body cleaner is recommended rather than carburetor cleaner as it is less harsh, safe for throttle body coatings and is best for this task. Use cleaner, a rag and a toothbrush and or Q-Tips. Be gentle; don’t twist or pull on the pintle that protrudes from the IAC as it is fragile and you could damage it.

Thoroughly spray clean and flush where the IAC seats in the throttle body with the same spray cleaner

It is also a good idea to clean the entire throttle body itself, the butterfly valve inside of the throttle body and all associated linkage as long as you have things disassembled


Old May 7, 2013 | 03:33 PM
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Originally Posted by salad
Normaly we'd need a picture, but ABS was only available with the D35.

Here are some examples of what the differential covers look like.

The covers look sorta similar so here's a D35 beside a C8.25
Thanks Ill go look when this rain quits.. Although its almost certain I have a d35!
Old May 7, 2013 | 03:33 PM
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Originally Posted by cruiser54

Courtesy of TJWalker:

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The Idle Air Control (IAC) is mounted on the back of the throttle body. (front for 87-90) The valve controls the idle speed of the engine by controlling the amount of air flowing through the air control passage. It consists of a stepper motor that moves a pintle shaped plunger in and out of the air control passage. When the valve plunger is moved in, the air control passage flows more air which raises the idle speed. When the valve plunger is moved out, the air control passage flows less air which lowers the idle speed. Over time and miles, the IAC can get carboned up which can have an adverse affect on idle quality. Cleaning the IAC may restore proper function and is an easy procedure to perform and good preventive maintenance so it is never a bad idea.

CLEANING THE JEEP 4.0 IDLE AIR CONTROL

Remove the air filter cover, associated hoses and the rubber boot that goes from the air filter cover to the throttle body. Remove the IAC with a torx driver (2 bolts; one can be kind of hard to get to)

"Gently" wiggle out the IAC from the throttle body. Gasket on the IAC can be re-used if it is not damaged

Clean the IAC with a spray can of throttle body cleaner; inexpensive and available at any place that sells auto parts. Throttle body cleaner is recommended rather than carburetor cleaner as it is less harsh, safe for throttle body coatings and is best for this task. Use cleaner, a rag and a toothbrush and or Q-Tips. Be gentle; don’t twist or pull on the pintle that protrudes from the IAC as it is fragile and you could damage it.

Thoroughly spray clean and flush where the IAC seats in the throttle body with the same spray cleaner

It is also a good idea to clean the entire throttle body itself, the butterfly valve inside of the throttle body and all associated linkage as long as you have things disassembled


check will do
Old May 7, 2013 | 05:21 PM
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What makes a Cherokee limited?? I recently bought a '94 cherokee and has the "limited edition" decals but I don't understand what makes it a limited...I'm new to this and this is my first Jeep and I'd like to get involved as much as possible but there's so much I don't know
Old May 7, 2013 | 05:25 PM
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Originally Posted by meledorado
What makes a Cherokee limited?? I recently bought a '94 cherokee and has the "limited edition" decals but I don't understand what makes it a limited...I'm new to this and this is my first Jeep and I'd like to get involved as much as possible but there's so much I don't know
My limited has leather seats and power everything
Old May 7, 2013 | 05:28 PM
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And I kind of thought it was a "luxury" thing to call it limited, but everything in my Cherokee has manual windows and locks and cloth seats...
Old May 7, 2013 | 05:31 PM
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Originally Posted by meledorado
What makes a Cherokee limited?? I recently bought a '94 cherokee and has the "limited edition" decals but I don't understand what makes it a limited...I'm new to this and this is my first Jeep and I'd like to get involved as much as possible but there's so much I don't know
https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f59/je...levels-133501/
https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f59/di...erokees-30568/
Old May 7, 2013 | 05:45 PM
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Where would I find the connection for my tps on my renix.

In theory if I unplug that and shift the tranny Manuelly my shifting issue is electronic correct?
Old May 7, 2013 | 06:48 PM
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A few questions :

Whats the hole for in the pic above the starter hole?

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Also, Does anyone know the exact size needed for the upper bolt that holds the starter to the bell housing?

The previous owner failed to put it back in. The starter was loose and was almost falling out.



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